TutsPlus - Design Print-Ready Calendars

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Software: InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop

Length: 2 hours

Video: mp4 960 x 540


In this course, you’ll use Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign to create two print-ready calendars: a compact calendar and a wall calendar. By the end of the course you’ll have a greater understanding of the powers of InDesign, and you’ll know two different methods for creating calendar pages and monthly dates. At the same time, you’ll pick up some advanced styling tips and tricks, as well as learning some important design principles and effects.


1.Introduction

2.Design a Compact Calendar
2.1. Create A Retro Type Design
2.2. Finishing The Retro Design

3.Create the Compact Calendar in Adobe InDesign
3.1. Setting Up The Pages
3.2. Create Text Frames
3.3. Style The Calendar

4.Design a Wall Calendar
4.1. Combine Images And Graphics
4.2. Add Texture To Your Photos

5.Create the Wall Calendar in Adobe InDesign
5.1. Install The Calendar Script
5.2. Set Up The Pages
5.3. Add Images And Text
5.4. Style The Calendar Tables

6.Make your Calendar Print-Ready
6.1. The Compact Calendar For Print
6.2. The Wall Calendar For Print

7.Conclusion